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Elmer J. Gerdes, 85

Elmer J. Gerdes, 85, of Brandon went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Palisades Manor, Garretson. His funeral service was Wednesday, July 26, at Brandon Valley Baptist Church, Brandon, with burial at the Brandon Cemetery. Visitation was Tuesday, July 25, at the church.

Elmer John Gerdes, son of John and Ida (Kruse) Gerdes, was born April 15, 1932, in Dickinson County, Iowa. He grew up and received his education there.

Elmer served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Elmer was united in marriage with Viola Bartels on January 26, 1956, in Chancellor.

Elmer worked at Graham Tire in Sioux Falls for many years before retiring. In retirement he enjoyed working part-time for Sturdevant's Auto Supply.